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Dr. Saifuddin Tahir, MD

Waller, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tahir, Pediatrician in Waller, TX?

    Dr. Saifuddin Tahir, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Waller, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Tahir graduated from Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Tahir is fluent in English, Gujarati, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tahir’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tahir’s office at (936) 931-3448.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tahir?

    Dr. Saifuddin Tahir, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tahir empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Waller/TX community, Dr. Tahir is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Tahir go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Pediatrics | Cook County Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College

    Is Dr. Tahir board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Saifuddin Tahir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tahir speak?

    Dr. Tahir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Spanish

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Tahir treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tahir diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tahir. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sports Participation Health Examination
    • Sports Safety
    • Sports Physical
    • Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
    • Athletic Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tahir perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Saifuddin Tahir may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tahir's office.

    Does Dr. Tahir accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tahir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 931-3448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tahir accept in Waller, TX?

    Dr. Tahir in Waller, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Lifecare

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • HealthSmart

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tahir's office located?

    Dr. Saifuddin Tahir's Primary Practice

    31303 FM 2920 Rd Ste G

    Waller, TX 77484

    (936) 931-3448

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    Dr. Saifuddin Tahir's Practice 2

    17330 Spring Cypress Rd Ste 150

    Cypress, TX 77429

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    What is Dr. Tahir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tahir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760447494.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tahir?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tahir

    What is Dr. Saifuddin Tahir's specialty?

    Dr. Tahir is a Pediatrician near Waller, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Tahir to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saifuddin Tahir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tahir is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Saifuddin Tahir accepting new patients in Waller, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Saifuddin Tahir is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saifuddin Tahir offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tahir's office at (936) 931-3448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saifuddin Tahir?

    Please contact Dr. Tahir's office at (936) 931-3448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saifuddin Tahir have?

    Dr. Saifuddin Tahir is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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